Omega Delta Sigma
Omega Delta Sigma | |
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ΩΔΣ | |
Founded |
1999 University of Florida |
Type | Leadership and Service |
Scope | Veterans, Reservist, & Supporters |
Motto | Professional, Scholars, Warriors |
Colors | Blue, Black, and Silver |
Symbol | American Flag |
Pillars | Selfless Service and Leadership |
Headquarters | State College, PA, US |
Homepage | http://www.omegadeltasigma.com |
Omega Delta Sigma (ΩΔΣ) National Veterans Fraternity, also known as ODS, is a leadership and service based Co-ed fraternity, as listed on the service fraternities and sororities page.
History
Omega Delta Sigma was founded at the University of Florida in 1999, as a way for veterans to come together, share experiences, and meet other veterans.
Purpose
ΩΔΣ have three well-defined goals:
- I. To facilitate the rough transition from military life to collegiate life for servicemen and women, and to provide a network of contacts for him or her.
- II. Provide support within the fraternity by assisting each other with collegiate, personal, and / or financial difficulties.
- III. Offer services to those who bravely sacrificed their body and life so that we may live free.
Early years
In its early beginnings, the Founding Fathers of Omega Delta Sigma came together because they shared a common brotherhood, their service to the country. The fraternity was disbanded in 2004 because of the members service obligations, graduations, and career opportunities.
Founding Fathers
The 1999 Founding Fathers of Omega Delta Sigma were Carlos Espitia (USMC) serving as Chapter President, Dave Morton (USMC), Scott Raeburn (USMC), and Jason Cottey (USAF). In late 2001, Jim Doar (US Army) was elected as Chapter President.
The Chapter Founding Fathers
- 1999 Florida Alpha Chapter Carlos Espitia
- 2000 Florida Beta Chapter Dave Morton
- 2009 Florida Beta Chapter (re-introduced) Peter Ficnerski
- 2008 Texas Alpha Chapter Juan A. Martinez and Michael B. McCown
- 2009 Ohio Alpha Chapter Jon Stephanchick
- 2010 Pennsylvania Alpha Chapter Matthew Poth
- 2011 Nevada Alpha Chapter Cole Azare
- 2011 Virginia Alpha Chapter : Johnathan Hoggatt
- 2011 California Alpha Chapter : Junrel B. Sumagang
- 2013 Massachusetts Alpha Chapter: John Rockwell
- 2013 Ohio Beta Colony: Buck Clay
- 2013 Pennsylvania Beta: Christian Cieslak
- 2014 Pennsylvania Gamma: Grace Kim
- 2015 New Jersey Beta: James C. Newman, Jr.
- 2015 Idaho Alpha - Travis Hayes
- 2015 Georgia Alpha - Jordan Wilcher
National Presidents
- 2009 - 2012 Peter Ficnerski
- 2012–Present Sam Smith
Philanthropy
Omega Delta Sigma provides help the Chapter's local communities. Omega Delta Sigma's also provides proceeds to such organizations as Wounded Warrior Project, Support The Troops, and Toys for Tots. Each Chapter also engages in their own type of philanthropy events throughout the Year.
Omega Delta Sigma Today
Since its founding, Omega Delta Sigma has established a number of other chapters located across the United States and is alway looking to expand where there are veterans willing to form a chapter.
National Headquarters
In the heart of Pennsylvania is the small town of State College and is home to The Pennsylvania State University (PSU) and the PA-A Chapter of Omega Delta Sigma.
Creed
Professional- A Professional is a civilized, determined, educated, sensitive, and well-mannered man. The bothers of Omega Delta Sigma use the word gentleman to describe the respect we show for our peers and superiors. It is in our nature to be considerate and helpful to others. We are the elite of the University and carry ourselves in a way that honors our education, extracurriculars and professions.
Scholar- Scholastics help keep the gentleman’s mind fine honed. The physical strength of a brother of Omega Delta Sigma is nothing without the pursuit of bettering themselves and society through scholarship. Without the awesome strength of the mind, the power of the body cannot be realized. It is because of this and the never-ending pursuit of excellence that a member of Omega Delta Sigma is, and always will be a scholar.
Warrior- The spirit of the warrior is the driving force within all members of Omega Delta Sigma, forged by the never-ending passion for self-betterment and an unwavering adherence to strong moral values. As a warrior we stand erect, our eyes always looking to the challenges tomorrow brings, and never back to the challenges faced prior.
Omega Delta Sigma Chapters Established
- National Headquarters : National Chapter : 2009
- Florida Alpha : [University of Florida] : 1999
- Florida Beta : [Saint Leo University] : 1999
- Texas Alpha : Texas A&M-Kingsville : 2009
- Ohio Alpha : Ohio University : 2009
- Pennsylvania Alpha : Pennsylvania State University University Park: 2010
- Oregon Alpha :Oregon State University : 2011
- Nevada Alpha :University of Nevada Reno : 2011
- California Alpha: California State University Fresno : 2011
- Massachusetts Alpha: UMass Amherst: 2012
- Ohio Beta: University of Cincinnati: 2012
- Pennsylvania Beta: The Pennsylvania State University Altoona Campus: 2013
- Pennsylvania Gamma: The Pennsylvania State University Lehigh Vally Branch Campus: 2014
- New Jersey Alpha: William Patterson: 2015
- Idaho Alpha: Boise State University and College of Western Idaho: 2015
- Illinois Alpha: 2015
- Georgia Alpha: 2015
Affiliations
Other Veteran Organizations:
- Kappa Epsilon Psi Military Sorority, Inc. - International Veterans Sorority
- Alpha Gamma Xi Military Sorority, Inc. - International Veterans Sorority
External links
Sources
- National Chapter of Omega Delta Sigma, National Veterans Fraternity, Inc. [www.omegadeltasigma.com]